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MAKE IT A CHRISTMAS TO REMEMBER...

AT T H E B E A R H OT E L

We would like to invite you, your family & your friends to bask in our cosy, glowing

atmosphere while we help you create truly gorgeous memories. From indulgent

Christmas Luncheons to glittering Show Nights, we promise to fill this year with

a Christmas essence that will have you & your loved ones reminiscing for years.

We are pleased to announce the third ski’son of Grizzlies, our après ski themed

lodge in our courtyard. Available for private hire during the week and festive

après ski themed nights on the weekend.

For all enquiries, contact our Christmas co-ordinators on the

following number and select option two:

+44 (0)1446 774 814 | events@bearhotel.com

Sunday 24th November Reindeer Sunday & Opening of Grizzlies ???

Friday 29th November The Velindre Christmas Cracker lunch £60

Saturday 7th December Dazzle, Dine & Dance £39.95

Thursday 12th December Simply Singers Candlelight Dinner £25.95

Friday 13th December Dazzle, Dine & Dance £39.95

Saturday 14th December Dazzle, Dine & Dance £39.95

Sunday 15th December Carols by Candlelight Singalong £15.00

Tuesday 17th December Tina Turner Tribute Act £40.95

Wednesday 18th December The Faulty Towers Dining Experience £55

Thursday 19th December Festive Afternoon Tea with Neil Diamond £21.95

Friday 20th December Schools Out £39.95

Saturday 21st December Dazzle, Dine & Dance £39.95

Tuesday 24th December Christmas Eve with The Druids FREE

Wednesday 25th December Christmas Day £85.00 Adult / £42 Child

Monday 31st December 1920’s Great Gatsby New Year’s Eve Ball £85

CHRISTMAS FOR YOU AT THE BEAR

MAKE A NIGHT OF ITKick off your dancing shoes & enjoy a night cap in our resident’s lounge bar

before meandering upstairs to one of our luxuriously decorated bedrooms – it

certainly beats the search for a taxi on a cold Welsh Winter’s night. We have

created some irresistible Christmas accommodation deals especially for you.

With the festive spirits in mind, our prices are from £88 inclusive of a

full Welsh Breakfast based on two people sharing a twin or double room.

Accommodation party rates are available until 23rd December & upgrades

are available for those wanting a little extra luxury.

For all enquiries, contact our Christmas co-ordinators on

the following number and select option two:

+44 (0)1446 774 814 | events@bearhotel.com

Private hire options available for exclusive celebrations with family or friends this Christmas.

For more details please call +44 (0)1446 774 814 or email events@bearhotel.com

L E T ’ S PA RT Y. . . !

Family, friends or colleagues, bring your party to join us for an unforgettable night in the festive surroundings

of the Bear Hotel. Revel in the glowing lights and sparkling decorations and sample mouth-watering flavours

from our award-winning chefs. Relax as we take care of every little detail, making sure you and your guests

enjoy the wonder of the season.

SIMPLY SINGERS CANDLELIGHT DINNER

Thursday 12th December

£25.95 Per Person

Enjoy an evening of fun with Simply

Singers, serenaded with a variety of

festive songs. Our singalong dinner

is one not to miss! With a gorgeous

two course meal included, you & your

friends will enjoy every minute.

FAULTY TOWERS DINING EXPERIENCE

Wednesday 18th December

£55.00 Per Person

This pitch perfect tribute to Faulty Towers starts as the audience waits to be seated then

hurtles along for two hours of fully immersive, highly improvised and site-specific comedy

theatre. With only a third of the show scripted, everything stays fresh as Basil, Sybil and

Manuel serve up some madcap mayhem and a three course meal - with the audience playing

the part of their restaurant diners. Do expect ‘a rip-roaringly hilarious night out’ with all the

best gags... but don’t expect a herd of giant wildebeest, and certainly don’t mention the war!

CAROLS BY CANDLELIGHT SINGALONG

Sunday 15th December

£15 Per Person

Join us for an evening hosted by

Simply Singers get into the festive

spirit with Mulled Wine & Mince Pies

while listening to Carols by candlelight.

TINA TURNER TRIBUTE ACT

Tuesday 17th December

£40.95 Per Person

Join us for an evening of fun with

the amazing Tina Turner Tribute,

with a variety of the Queen of rocks

biggest hits its set to be “Simply the

Best”. Enjoy a three-course dinner

and a disco to dance the night away.

SCHOOL’S OUT

Friday 20th December

£39.95 Per Person

Schools out for Christmas. All your

favourite disco hits from the 80’s

and 90’s altogether on one evening

for you to dance your socks off!

Enjoy a three-course dinner and

then get on that dance floor.

CHRISTMAS THEME NIGHTS

Wanting something of your own? Get in touch with us to discuss private hire

options in our St Quentin’s Suite, Ball Room & Grizzlies Ski Lodge.

Accommodation party rates are available throughout December and upgrades are available

for those wanting a little extra luxury.

For all enquiries, contact our Christmas co-ordinators on the following number:

+44 (0)1446 774814 | events@bearhotel.com

DAZZLE, DINE & DANCE

Friday 13th December Saturday 7th | 14th | 21st December

£39.95 Per Person

Join us for a night of elegance &

excitement in our St Quentin’s or

Georgian Ballroom. Make a beeline for

the dance floor & show off your best

moves beneath our sparkling chandeliers

as our resident DJ plays his top tunes!

With a Three Course menu included…

let’s make it a night to remember!

FESTIVE AFTERNOON TEA WITH NEIL DIAMOND

Thursday 19th December

£21.95 Per Person

Enjoy an afternoon with

Mr Neil Diamond tribute and

a ‘Sweet Caroline’ variety of treats

with our festive afternoon tea with

a glass of bubbles

S TA RT E R SFestive creamy carrot, ginger & turmeric soup (Vg)

Pork, chicken liver & cranberry parfait oat loaf

Blood orange sorbet, pomegranate seeds & fresh mint (Vg)

M A I N SRoasted breast of turkey, pigs in blankets, sage, onion & pork stuffing, cranberry sauce

Baked fillet of salmon, lemon & caper dressing

Cumin butternut squash & lentil wellington (Vg)

All served with chef’s vegetable pot; battened carrots, brussel sprouts, parsnips & peppered roast potatoes

D E S S E RT STraditional Christmas pudding, light brandy cream

Rich chocolate torte, cherry compote

Festive berry Delice

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Freshly brewed coffee and mini mince pies

FESTIVE PARTY MENU

THE VELINDRE CHRISTMAS CRACKER LUNCH

The Christmas Party Lunch you don’t want to miss is back again for 2019!

In association with Velindre, we are absolutely delighted to present a

Christmas Cracker lunch.

Enjoy a sumptuous three course lunch followed by famous tales from our

famous guest, a live Q&A, raffle & auction.

This is the perfect opportunity for entertaining clients, staff, of getting

together with friends to celebrate the festive season.

Tickets are priced at £60 per ticket

This menu is applicable to all of our festive party nights (apart from Schools Out & Faulty Towers).

If someone in your party has a specific dietary requirement, please get in touch!

F R I DAY 2 9 T H N OV E M B E R 2 0 1 9

To secure your booking, contact our events team on the following

number and select option two:

+44 (0)1446 774 814 | events@bearhotel.com

To make sure you don’t miss out on this incredible night, book a table for your evening

with our lovely events team on the following number and select option two:

+44 (0)1446 774 814 | events@bearhotel.com

CELLARS WINTER LUNCH 2019

S TA RT E R S

Festive creamy carrot & turmeric soup (Vg)

Baked breaded brie cranberry compote

Pork, chicken liver & cranberry parfait oat loaf

Blood orange sorbet, pomegranate seeds & fresh mint (Vg)

M A I N S

Roasted breast of turkey, pigs in blankets, sage & onion pork stuffing & cranberry sauce

Braised beef cranberry & shallotte, bourgignion sauce

Baked fillet of salmon lemon caper dressing

Cumin butternut squash & lentil wellington (vg)

All served with chef’s vegetable pot; battened carrots, brussel sprouts, parsnips & peppered roast potatoes

D E S S E RT S

Traditional Christmas pudding with a light brandy cream

Fresh cream chocolate profiteroles with a butterscotch & caramel sauce

Festive berry delice, blueberry coulis (Vgo/ Gfo)

Baked lemon tart, Cointreau cream -

Freshly brewed coffee and mini mince pies

2 C O U R S E £ 1 9 . 9 5 / 3 C O U R S E £ 2 3 . 9 5Join us in our newly refurbished Cellars Restaurant this Christmas and bask in

our cosy, glowing atmosphere among family and friends.

TOWN & COUNTRY COLLECTIVE IN THE VALE

O S C A R S

T H E P E N N Y FA RT H I N G

T H E W E S T H O U S E

Whether it’s with family, friends or your work colleagues, we can provide all the trimmings that make

Christmas that extra special time of year to celebrate! ‘Tis the season to be merry after all! Whether it

be an intimate Christmas lunch or private dining in our cwtch. We have you covered!!

info@oscarsofcowbridge.com

From festive afternoon teas, Santa Sunday lunches or Carol by Candlelight, The Penny Farthing is the

perfect venue this Christmas. Private hire options are also available for special occasions.

manager@thepennyfarthingcowbridge.co.uk

The West House Hotel will be open over the Christmas period for private hire, dinners and

accommodation should you wish to choose this as your festive venue.

westhouse@townandcountrycollective.co.uk

GRIZZLIES APRÈS SKI LODGEO P E N A L L O F D E C E M B E R

T I S T H E S K I ’ S O N TO B E J O L LYFA LA LA LA LA LA LA LA LA LA…

And we have a reason to be! Join us at grizzlies this December for some frosty fun,

you will really ‘après’ciate.

Standing proud in our courtyard, our Alpine lodge, complete with faux furs, stag’s heads and

twinkling lights aplenty, is the first port of call for those seeking festive fun. We will be serving up

a selection of suitably après beverages along with some seasonal snacks to ‘boot’, all helping add some

rosy-cheeked cheer this Christmas.

Our ski instructors will be putting on a calendar of events nearer to the ski season but in the meantime,

you can talk to our events team who would be happy to advise on some private hire options.

A L P I N E P L AT T E R

Mixed Charcuterie, Baked

Camembert, Rustic Breads,

Pickled Cabbage.

£15 per person

S AU S AG E S & S T E I N S

Bratwursts, Sauerkraut,

Pretzels,

Stein of Lager

£20 per person

G R I Z Z L I E S G O U L A S H

Beef Goulash, Tartiflette,

Rustic Breads, Sauerkraut,

Apple Strudel

£25 per person

P R I VAT E H I R E O P T I O N S

Private Hire available Monday through to Thursdays and can accommodate up to 50 people. We have created some food options but would be happy to tailor something should you have

something specific in mind.

**Room Hire may be applicable**

S TA RT E R S

Peach bellini sorbet, poached pear wafer & blueberries (Vg)

Duck & brecon gin rillette, plum & apple chutney, toasted brioche

Mushroom, thyme & madeira soup, herb fried dumplings

Blue sea potted crab, pickled fennel, orange & pea shoot salad, toasted loaf

Roasted winter beet, butternut squash & cranberry salad, pumpkin seeds,

warm apple cider vinaigrette (Vg)(Gf)

M A I N SButter roasted turkey with pigs in blankets, pork, sage & rosemary stuffing with gravy

Slow braised feather blade of welsh beef, pancetta crisp, yorkshire pudding,

wild mushroom, shallot & merlot sauce

Pan fried seabass & king prawns in a saffron & broad bean cream,

crushed new potatoes in a lemon & chive butter

Roasted vegetable Perl Wen, cranberry & chestnut wellington,

thyme cream sauce (V)

All served with chef’s vegetable pot and baby yorkshire puddings - braised red cabbage, spiced apple & cranberries, butter roasted carrots, brussel sprouts, parsnip spears and peppered roast potatoes

D E S S E RT S

Christmas pudding with brandy sauce

Welsh cheese and artisan biscuits with celery sticks, fig relish and warm baguette

Dark chocolate cup, coffee mousse and calvados crème

Apple and rhubarb crumble coconut ice cream

Caramelised pineapple pavlova, roasted ginger crumb

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Cafetière of coffee & mini mince tarts

CHRISTMAS DAY LUNCH MENU

To make sure you don’t miss out on this incredible day, book a table for your evening

with our lovely events team on the following number and select option two:

+44 (0)1446 774 814 | events@bearhotel.com

Imagine a beautiful Christmas feast laid before you, with everything

taken care of. Make the most of your time together and enjoy a

wonderful lunch with all the trimmings.

Treat your loved ones to a truly memorable Christmas day lunch

in the stunning surroundings of The Bear Hotel.

Arrive to a glass of Peach Bellini before a delectable three course

lunch, rounded off with tea, coffee & fudge.

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See full menu on right hand page

W E D N E S DAY 2 5 T H D E C E M B E R£ 8 5 P E R A D U LT I £ 4 0 P E R C H I L D

NEW YEARS EVE 1920s GREAT GATSBY BALL

TUESDAY 31ST DECEMBER / £85 PER PERSON

For all enquiries, contact our Christmas co-ordinators on

the following number and select option two:

+44 (0)1446 774 814 | events@bearhotel.com

S TA RT E R S

Roasted Squash, sun blushed tomato and walnut (Vg, GF)

Stout marinated salmon, creamed horseradish, rye bread

Game and pistachio terrine, fig & cinnamon relish, toasted sourdough bread

M A I N S

Baked corn fed chicken, duchess potatoes & smoked pancetta, shallot,

chestnut mushroom & thyme jus

Roasted red pesto herb crusted rump of lamb, black olive, sun blushed tomato & dauphinoise

Pan fried seabass and king prawns, saffron & broad bean cream, crushed new potato

and lemon and chive butter

Roasted pumpkin gnocchi, garlic, zucchini & red pepper sauce, crispy sage leaves

D E S S E RT S

A trio of desserts:

White chocolate & raspberry mini pavlova, roasted pistachios

Italian filled chocolate cup

Amaretto & almond frangipane

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Cafetiere of coffee & home made fudge

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Midnight cheese tower with pickles and spiced chutney

Accommodation & New Year’s Day brunch package from £130 for a double*

*£20 Single Occupancy Supplement

Make this New Year’s Eve one to remember, with a spectacular celebration at

The Bear Hotel. It’s the biggest party of the year, so dress-up, indulge in good

food & wine and dance your way into 2020.

O N A R R I VA L

Glass of Borgo Alato Prosecco & a selection of canapés.

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See full menu on right hand page

2 0 1 9 B O O K I N G T E R M S & C O N D I T I O N S

1. Terms and Conditions apply to all guests attending Christmas events. All events are subject to availability.

2. All provisional bookings must be confirmed within 14 days of booking and a non-refundable deposit of £25.00 per person for Christmas Day and New Year’s Eve and £25.00 per person for all other Events is due along with written confirmation and a signed booking form.

3. Any bookings which have not confirmed after 14 days will be released without further notification.

4. All balances, including accommodation must be paid in full 4 weeks before the event, together with menu selections.

5. We regret that all payments received, including deposits are non-refundable and non-transferable.

6. We regret that multi payments are not acceptable for one party booking. We can only accept one method of payment per party group and this is the responsibility of the party organiser to collect all monies owed.

7. All Prices shown are inclusive of V.A.T, but maybe subject to any relevant taxes/levies at the current prevailing rate in force on the date of the Event. Prices advertised are subject to change prior to Booking.

8. We regret that should your party size decrease in numbers, payments (including deposits) cannot be offset against food, drinks or accommodation.

9. In the unlikely event that the hotel is obliged to cancel the Event, all monies will be refunded or an alternative date or location will be offered.

10. Special requests (e.g. dietary requirements) must be made known to the hotel at least 14 days before the Event.

11. No additional food and drink are permitted into the hotel by party organisers or guests.

12. Smaller parties for New Year’s Eve will be seated on party tables of 8, 10 or 12, this may be applicable to other event dates to ensure a balanced table plan.

13. The Hotel reserves the right to amalgamate Christmas events to ensure minimum numbers are adhered to.

14. When the hotel has contracted entertainment through a third party we have done so in good faith and will not be held responsible for any changes beyond our control, this includes any act of god or crisis situation.

15. The Bear Hotel endeavour to ensure that all the information and prices are accurate both on the website and brochure. However occasionally errors occur and the Bear Hotel reserves the right to correct prices or other information in such circumstances. If a booking has already been made the hotel is entitled to cancel the booking without liability.

16. Christmas party accommodation rates are available from 1st December to 23rd December. Subject to availability.

Get in touch: +44 (0)1446 774 814 | events@bearhotel.com

THE BEAR HOTEL

T: +44 (0)1446 774 814 | E: events@bearhotel.com | High Street, Cowbridge CF71 7AF | www.townandcountrycollective.co.uk

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